The Medicinal Plant Program: Education, Outreach, and Research

Size: px
Start display at page:

Download "The Medicinal Plant Program: Education, Outreach, and Research"

Transcription

1 The Medicinal Plant Program: Education, Outreach, and Research Zoë Gardner and Lyle E. Craker Medicinal Plant Program, Department of Plant & Soil Sciences University of Massachusetts Amherst, MA 01003, U.S.A. Keywords: Agricultural education, herbal remedies, ethnobotany Abstract Medicinal and aromatic plants represent a relatively new area of horticultural education with considerable student and grower interest. To meet the demand for classes and information, the University of Massachusetts has developed a series of horticultural classes and outreach efforts to support current and future farmers and research scientists in this area. Emphasis has been focused on establishing a fundamental understanding of the myth, tradition, and science that envelops medicinal and aromatic plant materials and building foundations in horticulture, ethnobotany, chemistry, plant identification, and applications related to medicinal and aromatic plants. An annual, student sponsored HerbFest is held on campus to develop student and public interest in medicinal and aromatic plants and plant products. Outreach activities at the University include providing grower information, writing and editing books, publishing journals, and working with elementary and secondary school children. INTRODUCTION Over the past 10 years, public interest in medicinal plants has greatly increased. Consumers and health care providers are interested in these plant materials for the potential health benefits, while growers see medicinal plants as potential crops for farm diversification. The increasing interest in these medicinal plant materials is reflected in the growth of the U.S. market for medicinal plant products, a market that rose from approximately $25 million in 1991 to over $4.1 billion in 2001 (Brevoort, 1998; Molyneaux, 2002). The rapid growth of the medicinal plant industry has produced challenges in the supply of appropriate raw materials and in the education of those involved with the medicinal plants, including growers, health care providers, and consumers. Through educational courses that include the cultivation, botany, chemistry, history, and traditional and current uses of medicinal plants, the University of Massachusetts Medicinal Plant Program seeks to educate future producers and users of medicinal plant products. Education During the past 14 years, the Medicinal Plant Program at the University of Massachusetts has developed from a single course on herbs to a program of four courses for undergraduate and graduate students. The original course, entitled Herbs, Spices, and Medicinal Plants, began as a course primarily focused on culinary herbs, addressing a general curiosity about the use and origins of these plants. The course initially included units on the history, traditional uses, chemistry, cultivation and culinary applications of herbs and spices as well as a unit on the botanical origins of pharmaceutical drugs. As medicinal plants have become repopularized in the U.S., students have become more interested in medicinal plants and in understanding the production and utilization of these plants for health care. To stay current with student interest, the Herbs, Spices, and Medicinal Plants course has been modified to include more information on medicinal plants, chemistry of secondary metabolites, pharmacology, trade and markets, and harvest and post harvest handling (Table 1). Herbs, Spices, and Medicinal Plants includes a weekly laboratory section in which student grow their own herb plants, gaining hands-on experience in propagating, harvesting, analyzing, and processing plant materials (Table 2). A laboratory manual, Proc. XXVI IHC Future for Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Eds. L.E. Craker et al. Acta Hort. 629, ISHS 2004 Publication supported by Can. Int. Dev. Agency (CIDA) 403

2 Exercises in Herb Science (Craker and Dinda, 1998), guides students through a set of exercises for each laboratory section. Emphasis is placed on learning to grow, use, and identify the plant material. A greenhouse on campus is used to house a large collection of culinary and medicinal herbs, and during the course of the semester students are required to learn to identify approximately 50 selected plant species. The course culminates in an annual HerbFest celebration, a daylong event, open to the public, at which students display herb, spice, and medicinal plant related projects of their own design. HerbFest is an opportunity for students to delve into a particular area of interest and to share their new knowledge of medicinal plants with over 600 visitors, including members of the public, the University community, and visiting school groups. Student projects may be craft, culinary, medicinal or cosmetic in nature, and include such things as herbal candles and soaps, aromatherapy oils, mustards, herbal cold care treatments, essential oil extraction, henna dyes, and herbal lore presentations. In addition to modifying the core course, three additional courses have been added to meet student interest: Ethnobotany, Medicinal Plants of New England, and the Business of Herbs. These courses provide students with a broad understanding of medicinal plants and related subject areas, giving students the skills to elucidate, identify, and process medicinal plants, and to effectively market processed products. In Ethnobotany, students become familiar with the uses of medicinal plants in the context of traditional medical systems, such as traditional Chinese medicine, Ayurvedic medicine, and Amazonian medicine (Table 3). The processing and consumption of the plants is explained along with insights into methods of plant prospecting and ways to support the economies of indigenous communities that supply medicinal plant material and knowledge. Scientific evidence on the efficacy of traditional drug medicines is discussed, providing students an understanding of the modes of action of plant-based medicines and the value of traditional knowledge of plant materials. As appropriate, samples of medicinal plant products are brought to class so that students may examine and taste the products that are the focus of a particular lecture. Medicinal Plants of New England, a field botany course, focuses on the identification, conservation, and sustainable use of local medicinal plants (Table 4). Through slide shows, field trips, and the creation of personal herbariums, students learn identification of native plants and plant habitats, the traditional medicinal uses of the plants, and methods for sustainable harvest of the plants. Harvested plant material is used in making tinctures and other herbal preparations. In the Business of Herbs course, students learn market research and application with a focus on natural products (Table 5). Each student in the class creates a researchbased marketing plan for a business of their own design. The highlight of this course is a trip to the annual Natural Products Expo trade show (an international show held each fall in Washington, D.C.) where students are able to talk with business owners, sales representatives, and non-profit groups about all aspects of business, product development, and trends in the natural products industry. As the U.S. herb industry and student interests continue to change, courses in the Medicinal Plant Program will also change. Tentative future courses include Traditional Chinese Medicine and advanced instruction in ethnobotany and herbal sciences. Outreach The outreach component of the Medicinal Plant Program seeks to reach a wide audience outside of the University. The peer-reviewed Journal of Herbs, Spices and Medicinal Plants and books on the production, harvest, and primary processing, of aromatic, culinary, and medicinal plants are used to provide timely and practical information to researchers and growers. In addition to the annual HerbFest celebration, students in Herbs, Spices, and Medicinal Plants create and implement herb-related lessons for local nursery and elementary school groups. Faculty and staff of the Medicinal Plant Program present talks at professional, educational, and growers conferences. Technical support is provided to local growers producing herb crops. 404

3 Research Graduate students, post-doctorates, and professors in the Medicinal Plant Program conduct research in areas relating to medicinal plants. Current and recent research projects, which focus primarily on environmental factors influencing plant growth and constituent production, include studies on the effect of environmental stresses on essential oil production and composition, production practices for Chinese medicinal plants in the northeastern U.S., the effects of heavy metals on seed germination and early growth of aromatic plants, and the genetic diversity of black cohosh (Actaea racemosa L.) and goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis L.). DISCUSSION With supporting coursework in appropriate areas, students completing the Medicinal Plant Program are well equipped to enter careers relating to medicinal plants and will have the background necessary to become medicinal plant growers, natural products chemists, ethnobotanists, university researchers, natural products business owners, or herbally-knowledgeable health care providers. Similar research and education programs at other colleges and universities, utilizing the expertise of resident professors and researchers, would aid in the creation of the knowledge base necessary for the successful reintroduction of medicinal plants into healthcare and agricultural systems in the U.S. and abroad. Literature Cited Brevoort, P The booming U.S. botanicals market. HerbalGram 44: Craker, L.E. and Dinda, K Exercises in Herb Science. HSMP Press. Amherst, MA. Molyneaux, M Consumer attitudes predict upward trends for the herbal marketplace. HerbalGram 54: Tables Table 1. Annotated syllabus for Herbs, Spices, and Medicinal Plants course. Introduction to herbs Terminology of herbs Herbs in history Herbs in myth & magic Commercial use of herbs Botany of herbs Chemistry of herbs Culture of selected species Harvesting of herbs Post-harvest operations Market demands for herbs Spices Herbal remedies Pharmaceutical drugs HerbFest celebration 405

4 Table 2. Laboratory themes and exercises for Herbs, Spices, and Medicinal Plants course. Production Production techniques and safety precautions for field, greenhouse, and hydroponic systems Propagation Propagation by seed, cutting, division, and tissue culture Identification Identification and classification of plants and seeds using dichotomous keys and herbarium voucher samples Growth and Physiology Optimization of photosynthesis and use of growth regulators Transplanting and Landscaping Techniques for transplanting, and basic concepts and methods of herb garden design Maintenance and Pest Control Optimization of plant production through growth maintenance, pest controls, and soil amendments Harvesting and Processing Harvesting and processing of herbs, including the making of herbal vinegars, mustards, and herbal dyes Essential Oils Extraction of essential oils and the creation of herbal products utilizing essential oils Chemistry Identification of flavonoids, saponins, coumarins, and aldehydes Evaluation and Standardization Utilization of organoleptic, chemical, and gas chromatograph methods for identifying and analyzing herbs and herbal extracts Pharmacognosy Making medicinal herb products including lip balms, insect repellant, and aromatherapeutic blends Field Experience Field trips to an herb production facility, an herbarium, and a book collection that includes historic herbals Table 3. Annotated syllabus for Ethnobotany course. Introduction to plant medicines Medicinal herbs & their uses North American Native medicines Amazonian shamanic medicines Kava production & traditions Herbal aphrodisiacs Coffee and chocolate Healing spices: garlic, ginger and chilies Ayurvedic medical traditions Chinese tonic herbs Scientific research and cultural significance of medicinal plants Ethnobotany of hallucinogenic plants Discovering new medicinal plants 406

5 Table 4. Annotated syllabus for Medicinal Plants of New England course. Traditional medicines of New England Conscientious wildcrafting Conservation of medicinal plants Tree species of New England Field trip I Habitats of threatened plants Field trip II Botanical sanctuaries and conservation Table 5. Annotated syllabus for Business of Herbs course. Introduction to the herbal industry Product marketing Factors influencing the U.S. herb market Field trip: Natural Products Expo - Talk with company representatives and business owners to understand the U.S. herb industry Industry and macro trends Field trip: Chinese herbalist - Learn about service-based natural products business and trends in alternative medicine use Company positioning Field trip: Dietary supplement manufacturer - Discuss positioning and market strategy with company s marketing director Marketing strategies Field trip: Herb shop - Discuss retail marketing of herbs with business owner Presentation of student marketing plans 407

UNIT 1: OUR STORY AND HERBAL HISTORY

UNIT 1: OUR STORY AND HERBAL HISTORY ENTREPRENEUR HERBAL COURSE OUTLINE UNIT 1: OUR STORY AND HERBAL HISTORY Lesson 1: Introduction to the Entrepreneur Herbal Course Lesson 2: Our Story A Glimpse into the Herbal Academy (VIDEO) The Herbal

More information

Library and Resources

Library and Resources Guides to the Literature Guides to the literature provide bibliographies of resources on a particular subject, guidance in searching the literature, and instruction on how to use the common reference materials

More information

For Training Contact -

For Training Contact - VINDHYA HERBAL TESTING & RESEARCH LABORATORY Excellence Quality Testing Laboratory in Compliance of NABL (A Unit of Minor Forest Produce Processing And Research Center) Training Program For Training Contact

More information

Lesson 15. Your Own Herbal Formulations Drying and Collecting Herbs INTRODUCTION

Lesson 15. Your Own Herbal Formulations Drying and Collecting Herbs INTRODUCTION Lesson 15 Your Own Herbal Formulations Drying and Collecting Herbs Fig 15.0 INTRODUCTION In this, our last lesson of the course, we will look at making your own formulas, gathering herbs and talk about

More information

American Herbal Pharmacopoeia's Botanical Microscopy Text Named Recipient of ABC's James A. Duke Award for Excellence in Botanical Literature

American Herbal Pharmacopoeia's Botanical Microscopy Text Named Recipient of ABC's James A. Duke Award for Excellence in Botanical Literature Press Release American Herbal Pharmacopoeia American Herbal Pharmacopoeia's Botanical Microscopy Text Named Recipient of ABC's James A. Duke Award for Excellence in Botanical Literature (Austin, Texas.

More information

Relationship among Seed Size, Source and Temperature on Germination of Echinacea angustifolia, pallida and purpurea

Relationship among Seed Size, Source and Temperature on Germination of Echinacea angustifolia, pallida and purpurea Relationship among Seed Size, Source and Temperature on Germination of Echinacea angustifolia, pallida and purpurea Richard L. Hassell, Robert Dufault and Tyron Phillips Clemson University Coastal Research

More information

UNIT 1: HERBAL BASICS

UNIT 1: HERBAL BASICS INTRODUCTORY HERBAL COURSE OUTLINE UNIT 1: HERBAL BASICS Lesson 1: The Herbal Approach and World Healing Traditions Introduction to the Course Why Herbs? European Herbalism Traditional Chinese Medicine

More information

Herbal Intensive Syllabus Greenfield Community Farm 2015

Herbal Intensive Syllabus Greenfield Community Farm 2015 Herbal Intensive Syllabus Greenfield Community Farm 2015 Welcome to Community Herbalism at the Greenfield Community Farm! Course Objectives : This course is designed to give an overview of Clinical Herbalism

More information

Essential Oil & Aromatherapy Market Research Report- Forecast to 2023

Essential Oil & Aromatherapy Market Research Report- Forecast to 2023 Report Information More information from: https://www.marketresearchfuture.com/reports/3319 Essential Oil & Aromatherapy Market Research Report- Forecast to 2023 Report / Search Code: MRFR/F-B & N/2386-HCRR

More information

The 2 nd International Seminar and Expo on Jamu (ISEJ)

The 2 nd International Seminar and Expo on Jamu (ISEJ) The 2 nd International Seminar and Expo on Jamu (ISEJ) 26-27 September in Bandung, West Java. The Challenge of Natural Medicines for Health and Beauty in 21 st. Century. Keynote address: New Frontiers

More information

UNIT 1: HERBAL BASICS

UNIT 1: HERBAL BASICS INTRODUCTORY HERBAL COURSE OUTLINE UNIT 1: HERBAL BASICS Lesson 1: The Herbal Approach and World Healing Traditions Introduction to the Course Why Herbs? Western Herbalism Chinese Medicine Ayurveda Herbal

More information

Introduction to Medicinal Plants & Quality Control

Introduction to Medicinal Plants & Quality Control Introduction to Medicinal Plants & Quality Control https://sites.google.com ١ Introduction ٢ Definition of medicinal plants: -The use of plants and plant extracts to treat illness and remain healthy in

More information

The Cannabis Breeder's Bible: The Definitive Guide To Marijuana Genetics, Cannabis Botany And Creating Strains For The Seed Market Free Ebooks PDF

The Cannabis Breeder's Bible: The Definitive Guide To Marijuana Genetics, Cannabis Botany And Creating Strains For The Seed Market Free Ebooks PDF The Cannabis Breeder's Bible: The Definitive Guide To Marijuana Genetics, Cannabis Botany And Creating Strains For The Seed Market Free Ebooks PDF The Cannabis Breederâ s Bible sets a new standard of excellence

More information

Bylaw No. 537 Comox Valley Regional District STATUS. Title: Comox Valley Zoning Bylaw, 2005, Amendment No. 74

Bylaw No. 537 Comox Valley Regional District STATUS. Title: Comox Valley Zoning Bylaw, 2005, Amendment No. 74 Bylaw No. 537 STATUS Title: Comox Valley Zoning Bylaw, 2005, Amendment No. 74 Applicant: Electoral Area: Electoral Area A, B and C File No.: 3360-20 / RZ 1CV 18 Purpose: Participants: To amend Bylaw No.

More information

REPO T ON TRAINING CUM WORKSHOP ON ESSENTIAL OILS, PERFUMERY & AROMATHERAPY HELD ON JUNE 09-13, 2014 AT FRI, DEHRADUN

REPO T ON TRAINING CUM WORKSHOP ON ESSENTIAL OILS, PERFUMERY & AROMATHERAPY HELD ON JUNE 09-13, 2014 AT FRI, DEHRADUN REPO T ON TRAINING CUM WORKSHOP ON ESSENTIAL OILS, PERFUMERY & AROMATHERAPY HELD ON JUNE 09-13, 2014 AT FRI, DEHRADUN A 5 days Training cum Workshop on Essential Oils, Perfumery & Aromatherapy was organized

More information

Safety Assessment of Botanicals and Botanical Preparations. Dr. Balasubramanian

Safety Assessment of Botanicals and Botanical Preparations. Dr. Balasubramanian Safety Assessment of Botanicals and Botanical Preparations Dr. Balasubramanian Introduction Plant materials and extracts (botanicals) form a major component in indigenous peoples traditional ingredients

More information

Lessons Learned: A Historical Perspective on Buying and Selling Forest Botanicals in the Southern Appalachians

Lessons Learned: A Historical Perspective on Buying and Selling Forest Botanicals in the Southern Appalachians Lessons Learned: A Historical Perspective on Buying and Selling Forest Botanicals in the Southern Appalachians Jeanine Davis Dept. of Horticultural Science Disclaimer: I am not a historian. I referenced

More information

WHO WE ARE PROVIDING YOU WITH SUPREME CBD PRODUCTS SINCE 2011.

WHO WE ARE PROVIDING YOU WITH SUPREME CBD PRODUCTS SINCE 2011. SUPREME CBD HEALTH AND WELLNESS 2017 WHO WE ARE PROVIDING YOU WITH SUPREME CBD PRODUCTS SINCE 2011. PHARMAHEMP is a pioneering European grower of organic hemp, a trusted producer and supplier of superior

More information

The IAEA Technical Cooperation Programme: Sixty Years and Beyond Contributing to Development

The IAEA Technical Cooperation Programme: Sixty Years and Beyond Contributing to Development Statement at International Conference on The IAEA Technical Cooperation Programme: Sixty Years and Beyond Contributing to Development Vienna 30 May 2017 Yukiya Amano Director General INTERNATIONAL ATOMIC

More information

Medicinal Plants: A Beginner's Guide To Learning The Benefits Of Organic Herbs And Plants By Barbara Glidewell, Trevor Clinger READ ONLINE

Medicinal Plants: A Beginner's Guide To Learning The Benefits Of Organic Herbs And Plants By Barbara Glidewell, Trevor Clinger READ ONLINE Medicinal Plants: A Beginner's Guide To Learning The Benefits Of Organic Herbs And Plants By Barbara Glidewell, Trevor Clinger READ ONLINE SparkPeople's gardening resources will help you learn the basics,

More information

Standards, Education, Verification. Patient Focused Certification

Standards, Education, Verification. Patient Focused Certification Standards, Education, Verification Patient Focused Certification PFC Training helps you achieve quality standards. Staff Certification is now available online www.pfctraining.org jahan@safeaccessnow.org

More information

Natural Product Research & Development in Uganda: The Opportunities & Challenges. By Francis Omujal

Natural Product Research & Development in Uganda: The Opportunities & Challenges. By Francis Omujal Natural Product Research & Development in Uganda: The Opportunities & Challenges By Francis Omujal Natural Chemotherapeutics Research Lab (NCRL) Sub-Regional Stakeholder Consultation for Eastern Africa

More information

Wholistic Approach to Herbal Products Quality Case Study: Thyme

Wholistic Approach to Herbal Products Quality Case Study: Thyme Wholistic Approach to Herbal Products Quality Case Study: Thyme Adnan Badwan, Hashim Taha and Nadia Abu Nimeh Delass Natural Products Company, Naor-Jordan The First International Conference on Natural

More information

HORTICULTURE MAJOR CLASSES

HORTICULTURE MAJOR CLASSES CLEVELAND SCHOOL OF CANNABIS SUMMER QUARTER CLASSES BEGINNING JULY 7, 2018 ***dates and times are subject to change*** DAYTIME CLASSES (M-F July 9 th August 17 th ) CORE CURRICULUM HORTICULTURE MAJOR CLASSES

More information

Botanical Division Update Europe and Australia

Botanical Division Update Europe and Australia 3 July 2017 ASX Code: MXC Botanical Division Update Europe and Australia In the Czech Republic, over 470 medicinal cannabis plants have been successfully transferred to the Company s 1,000m 2 outdoor greenhouse

More information

Ethnobotany What types of plants can be used as medicine? Course: Biology Length of Lesson: Two Day Lesson (60 minutes per day) Author: Kristin Do

Ethnobotany What types of plants can be used as medicine? Course: Biology Length of Lesson: Two Day Lesson (60 minutes per day) Author: Kristin Do Ethnobotany What types of plants can be used as medicine? Course: Biology Length of Lesson: Two Day Lesson (60 minutes per day) Author: Kristin Do Lesson overview: This lesson is an introduction to the

More information

Contents Introduction to herbs and spices: definitions, trade and applications Quality specifications for herbs and spices

Contents Introduction to herbs and spices: definitions, trade and applications Quality specifications for herbs and spices Contents Introduction to herbs and spices: definitions, trade and applications K V Peter, World Noni Research Foundation, India and M R Shylaja, Kerala Agricultural University, India - Definitions - Trade

More information

EPOCH ESSENTIAL OILS SCIENCE

EPOCH ESSENTIAL OILS SCIENCE EPOCH ESSENTIAL OILS SCIENCE A NATURAL PROGRESSION Developing essential oils at Nu Skin couldn t have been a more natural endeavor. Ever since Nu Skin acquired Pharmanex in 1998, we have been combining

More information

ESSENTIAL OIL CHEMISTRY - FORMULATING ESSENTIAL OIL BLENDS THAT HEAL: MONOTERPENE - OXIDE - PHENOL (Healing With Essential Oil) By KG Stiles

ESSENTIAL OIL CHEMISTRY - FORMULATING ESSENTIAL OIL BLENDS THAT HEAL: MONOTERPENE - OXIDE - PHENOL (Healing With Essential Oil) By KG Stiles ESSENTIAL OIL CHEMISTRY - FORMULATING ESSENTIAL OIL BLENDS THAT HEAL: MONOTERPENE - OXIDE - PHENOL (Healing With Essential Oil) By KG Stiles READ ONLINE How much do you really know about the safe use of

More information

Harvesting and Processing Aromatic and Medicinal Plants. Processes for the Home Gardener

Harvesting and Processing Aromatic and Medicinal Plants. Processes for the Home Gardener Harvesting and Processing Aromatic and Medicinal Plants Processes for the Home Gardener Introduce Briefly introduce the what, when, why, how and where of herbs for your garden Objectives Review Review

More information

Module 7 Review Questions

Module 7 Review Questions Module 7 Review Questions Introduction to Module 7 1. Describe the immune system s role in maintaining our overall health. 2. Describe a few examples in which the functioning of the immune system goes

More information

Mt. Barney Aromatic Herbal Field school th June 2018 Mt. Barney Lodge, Qld.

Mt. Barney Aromatic Herbal Field school th June 2018 Mt. Barney Lodge, Qld. Mt. Barney Aromatic Herbal Field school 17-19 th June 2018 Mt. Barney Lodge, Qld. Programme Topic Teacher Format Time Sunday 17 th Registration, Afternoon tea 1-2pm Plant medicine and bush tucker garden

More information

PFC Training Courses & Programs. Course Descriptions. 1. Core Cannabis Training (CCT) [pre-requisite for all PFC Courses]

PFC Training Courses & Programs. Course Descriptions. 1. Core Cannabis Training (CCT) [pre-requisite for all PFC Courses] PFC Training Courses & Programs Core Cannabis Training (CCT) National Cannabis Standards Courses (NCST) State Specific Compliance Training (SSCT) PFC Enrichment Courses (PFCEC) PFC Verified Professional

More information

Clinic Profiles: GMPs in the Clinical Setting

Clinic Profiles: GMPs in the Clinical Setting 26 Clinic Profiles: GMPs in the Clinical Setting Joanna Helms, RH (AHG), a 6th generation Floridian, has been in clinical herbal practice for 15 years, and is the founder of Mama Jo s Sunshine Herbals

More information

Bioregional Herbalism: Using Local Plants as Medicine

Bioregional Herbalism: Using Local Plants as Medicine Bioregional Herbalism: Using Local Plants as Medicine Introductions Why herbal medicine? What is bioregional herbalism? 5 herbs from seed to medicine cabinet Resources and questions Plants have powerful

More information

College of Agriculture. Animal Sciences

College of Agriculture. Animal Sciences 101 DOMESTIC ANIMAL BIOLOGY. (3) The first in a sequence of two courses providing an introduction to the subject of animal science. Emphasis is placed on a fundamental understanding of anatomy, physiology,

More information

Herbal Medicine Dream Unresolved

Herbal Medicine Dream Unresolved 1 Ethnobotanical Leaflets 11: 195-198. 2007. Herbal Medicine Dream Unresolved Dr. Amritpal Singh Herbal Consultant Ind Swift Ltd, Chandigarh Issued 24 September 2007 Herbal Medicine is defined as branch

More information

Native Medicinal Forest Plant Supply Chains in the Eastern United States: Eric P. Burkhart Environmental Center

Native Medicinal Forest Plant Supply Chains in the Eastern United States: Eric P. Burkhart Environmental Center Native Medicinal Forest Plant Supply Chains in the Eastern United States: Opportunities, Challenges and Third Party Verification Eric P. Burkhart Shaver s Creek Environmental Center Penn State University

More information

DAYTIME CLASSES (M-F January 14 th March 8 th ) LOCATION: 5755 GRANGER RD SUITE 502, INDEPENDENCE, OHIO 44131

DAYTIME CLASSES (M-F January 14 th March 8 th ) LOCATION: 5755 GRANGER RD SUITE 502, INDEPENDENCE, OHIO 44131 CLEVELAND SCHOOL OF CANNABIS WINTER QUARTER CLASSES BEGINNING JANUARY 12, 2019 ***dates and times are subject to change*** DAYTIME CLASSES (M-F January 14 th March 8 th ) LOCATION: 5755 GRANGER RD SUITE

More information

^tf. Handbook of herbs and spices. Second edition. Volume 1. Edited by K. V. Peter

^tf. Handbook of herbs and spices. Second edition. Volume 1. Edited by K. V. Peter Woodhead Publishing Series in Food Science, Technology and Nutrition: Number 227 Handbook of herbs and spices Second edition Volume 1 Edited by K. V. Peter WP WOODHEAD PUBLISHING, ^tf Oxford Cambridge

More information

Oregon State University Guidance on Cannabis Research, Teaching, and Outreach Activities

Oregon State University Guidance on Cannabis Research, Teaching, and Outreach Activities Oregon State University Guidance on Cannabis Research, Teaching, and Outreach Activities For faculty, staff, and students involved in research and extension The purpose of this document is to provide Oregon

More information

College of Agriculture, Food and Environment. Dietetics and Human Nutrition

College of Agriculture, Food and Environment. Dietetics and Human Nutrition 101 HUMAN NUTRITION AND WELLNESS. (3) Food composition, digestion, absorption and metabolism as related to selection of nutrients essential for human life, growth, reproduction, lactation, wellness and

More information

Regulatory Landscape for Botanical Raw Materials - A U.S. Perspective -

Regulatory Landscape for Botanical Raw Materials - A U.S. Perspective - Regulatory Landscape for Botanical Raw Materials - A U.S. Perspective - 2016 Korea-China Joint International Phytonutrient Symposium -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

More information

Final Report of the. (HB 151, Chapter 17:1, Laws of 2018) October 16, Membership. Rep. Peter W. Bixby, Clerk Rep. Howard Pearl.

Final Report of the. (HB 151, Chapter 17:1, Laws of 2018) October 16, Membership. Rep. Peter W. Bixby, Clerk Rep. Howard Pearl. Final Report of the Committee To Study The Feasibility Of Using Hemp In Agricultural And Industrial Processes And To Further Study The Licensing, Registration, And Permitting Of Industrial Hemp Growers

More information

SUMMARY INSTRUCTOR RESOURCES

SUMMARY INSTRUCTOR RESOURCES TRANSITION GUIDE This transition guide serves to outline the updates and new content found in Synovitz and Larson s Consumer Health & Integrative Medicine: A Holistic View of Complementary and Alternative

More information

Enhancing Biological Control to Stabilize Western Orchard IPM Systems

Enhancing Biological Control to Stabilize Western Orchard IPM Systems Enhancing Biological Control to Stabilize Western Orchard IPM Systems A collaborative project between Washington State University, University of California at Berkeley, Oregon State University, USDA-ARS,

More information

Minimum Total Hours 525 Total Core Component Hours 525. Core Components Anatomy & Physiology. Supervised Clinical Training. Practice Management

Minimum Total Hours 525 Total Core Component Hours 525. Core Components Anatomy & Physiology. Supervised Clinical Training. Practice Management MINIMUM EDUCATION STANDARDS AROMATHERAPY Minimum Award Level: Equivalent to Certificate IV Minimum Total Hours 525 Total Core Component Hours 525 Core Components Anatomy & Physiology Massage for Aromatherapy

More information

12/7/2016. Hard Cider in the North Central Region: Industry Survey Findings and Opportunities for Rural Development. About the Survey.

12/7/2016. Hard Cider in the North Central Region: Industry Survey Findings and Opportunities for Rural Development. About the Survey. Hard Cider in the North Central Region: Industry Survey Findings and Opportunities for Rural Development Background US Cider Industry Sales Volume* Hard cider is a rapidly growing industry nationwide Cider

More information

CONFERENCE SUMMARY. Criss Juliard The Vetiver Network

CONFERENCE SUMMARY. Criss Juliard The Vetiver Network CONFERENCE SUMMARY Application of the Vetiver System for Environmental Protection: Prevention and Treatment of Contaminated Soil and Water. Rabat, Morocco, 14 November 2006 Criss Juliard The Vetiver Network

More information

Sunday Supper on October 5, 2014

Sunday Supper on October 5, 2014 Greetings Local Food Advocate! I am writing to invite you to sponsor our annual Sunday Supper on October 5, 2014 at the Center for Urban Education about Sustainable Agriculture (CUESA). Whew! What a mouth

More information

Medical Cannabis Pharm 200 Spring 2018 T,R Time: 4:25-5:40 Location: Rowell 103

Medical Cannabis Pharm 200 Spring 2018 T,R Time: 4:25-5:40 Location: Rowell 103 Syllabus Medical Cannabis Pharm 200 Spring 2018 T,R Time: 4:25-5:40 Location: Rowell 103 Directors: Karen Lounsbury, PhD Professor of Pharmacology karen.lounsbury@uvm.edu Wolfgang Dostmann, PhD Professor

More information

The Safety and Effectiveness of Dietary Supplements

The Safety and Effectiveness of Dietary Supplements Assignment 4 The Safety and Effectiveness of Dietary Supplements In Depth: Supplements Supplements, according to the FDA, are a product containing ingredients like vitamins, minerals, herms, amino acids,

More information

Greg Patterson C.C.A. President A&L Canada Laboratories

Greg Patterson C.C.A. President A&L Canada Laboratories Welcome Greg Patterson C.C.A. President A&L Canada Laboratories Compost Quality Consumer of the Future Population dynamics - more and more people involved in use of compost Better educated on what is expected

More information

Alan Shapiro Speaks at FNATS 2005 Short Course Alan Shapiro donates blood for the 72nd time

Alan Shapiro Speaks at FNATS 2005 Short Course Alan Shapiro donates blood for the 72nd time Alan Shapiro Speaks at FNATS 2005 Short Course At FNATS 2005, Alan Shapiro joined Robert Bowden of Leu Gardens, Dr. Gary Knox of IFAS, and Alan Heinrich of Cherry Lake Tree Farm in presenting a program

More information

The Herbal Medicine Cabinet: Preparing Natural Remedies At Home PDF

The Herbal Medicine Cabinet: Preparing Natural Remedies At Home PDF The Herbal Medicine Cabinet: Preparing Natural Remedies At Home PDF Softcover Book Paperback: 160 pages Publisher: Celestial Arts (May 1997) Language: English ISBN-10: 0890878269 ISBN-13: 978-0890878262

More information

A Snapshot: Medical Marijuana in Rural New Mexico & Benefits of Legalizing Adult Use of Marijuana in Rural New Mexico

A Snapshot: Medical Marijuana in Rural New Mexico & Benefits of Legalizing Adult Use of Marijuana in Rural New Mexico A Snapshot: Medical Marijuana in Rural New Mexico & Benefits of Legalizing Adult Use of Marijuana in Rural New Mexico A presentation to: NM Legislative Economic & Rural Development Committee November 6,

More information

HAND BOOK OF ESSENTIAL OILS MANUFACTURING & AROMATIC PLANTS. Trends in Trade of Essential Oils

HAND BOOK OF ESSENTIAL OILS MANUFACTURING & AROMATIC PLANTS. Trends in Trade of Essential Oils HAND BOOK OF ESSENTIAL OILS MANUFACTURING & AROMATIC PLANTS Indian Scenario Uses of Essential Oils Trends in Trade of Essential Oils Demand for Essential Oil Fragrance Flavour Damask Rose (Rosa Damascena

More information

G O L D E N S E A L R O O T P O W D E R

G O L D E N S E A L R O O T P O W D E R T H E A M E R I C A N H E R B A L P R O D U C T S A S S O C I A T I O N S GUIDANCE CA PROPOSITION 65: G O L D E N S E A L R O O T P O W D E R AUGUST 2016 This document is the property of the American Herbal

More information

Introduction. RBGE Diploma in Herbology

Introduction. RBGE Diploma in Herbology 1 Introduction The RBGE Certificate in Herbology is a great way to learn about medicinal plants how to find, recognise and use them. The focused content of this ten week programme takes you on a journey

More information

Economics of Cannabis and Demand for Farm Labor. California Agriculture and Farm Labor 2017 April 14, 2017

Economics of Cannabis and Demand for Farm Labor. California Agriculture and Farm Labor 2017 April 14, 2017 Economics of Cannabis and Demand for Farm Labor California Agriculture and Farm Labor 2017 April 14, 2017 Daniel A. Sumner and William A. Matthews Director University of California Agricultural Issues

More information

Professional Herbalists Training Program

Professional Herbalists Training Program Professional Herbalists Training Program The Professional Herbalists Training Program in St. Petersburg, Florida, offers one of the few herbal training programs in the US with a supervised, hands-on intern

More information

Hawler Medical University College of Pharmacy Dept. of Pharmacognosy Course Book Pharmacognosy I and II, 3 rd year

Hawler Medical University College of Pharmacy Dept. of Pharmacognosy Course Book Pharmacognosy I and II, 3 rd year Hawler Medical University College of Pharmacy Dept. of Pharmacognosy Course Book Pharmacognosy and, 3 rd year Course Coordinator: Dr. Alaadin M. Naqishbandi Assistant Professor 014-015 Course Coordinator

More information

Important Notices. BASIS CPD Points PN/50971/1516/g

Important Notices. BASIS CPD Points PN/50971/1516/g Chilli pepper results May 2016 1 Important Notices BASIS CPD Points PN/50971/1516/g This document is produced for information only and not in connection with any specific or proposed offer (the Offer )

More information

Regulating the Unregulated: Talking to Patients About Use of Dietary Supplements

Regulating the Unregulated: Talking to Patients About Use of Dietary Supplements Regulating the Unregulated: Talking to Patients About Use of Dietary Supplements Kristina Thurber, Pharm.D., BCPS Internal Medicine Clinical Pharmacist Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester Pharmacy Grand Rounds

More information

Medicinal Herbs For Beginners: 25 Best Healing Herbs To Know And Use As Herbal Remedies For Health And Healing By Lauren Gray READ ONLINE

Medicinal Herbs For Beginners: 25 Best Healing Herbs To Know And Use As Herbal Remedies For Health And Healing By Lauren Gray READ ONLINE Medicinal Herbs For Beginners: 25 Best Healing Herbs To Know And Use As Herbal Remedies For Health And Healing By Lauren Gray READ ONLINE Medicinal Herbs For Beginners: 25 Best Healing Herbs to Know -

More information

The University of Jordan. Accreditation & Quality Assurance Center. COURSE Syllabus

The University of Jordan. Accreditation & Quality Assurance Center. COURSE Syllabus The University of Jordan Accreditation & Quality Assurance Center COURSE Syllabus 1 Course title Pharmacognosy 2 Course number 1201321 3 Credit hours (theory, practical) Contact hours (theory, practical)

More information

UN Agencies strategic approach to Articles 17 and 18 of the WHO FCTC. Geneva, 17 November 2017

UN Agencies strategic approach to Articles 17 and 18 of the WHO FCTC. Geneva, 17 November 2017 UN Agencies strategic approach to Articles 17 and 18 of the WHO FCTC Geneva, 17 November 2017 Articles of the Convention (1) Articles of the Convention (1) Social disruption and poverty linked to tobacco

More information

A New Revolution of Relief

A New Revolution of Relief Nutraceuticals, Inc. A New Revolution of Relief PRESENTED January 2019 1 The world s highest quality for non-psychoactive phytocannabinoid medicine with proprietary techniques to increase overall efficacy

More information

DETERMINATION OF MICROBIAL CONTAMINANTS IN SOME MARKETED HERBAL FORMULATION

DETERMINATION OF MICROBIAL CONTAMINANTS IN SOME MARKETED HERBAL FORMULATION DETERMINATION OF MICROBIAL CONTAMINANTS IN SOME MARKETED HERBAL FORMULATION INTRODUCTION: Herbal medicines are in great demand in the developed as well as developing countries for primary health care because

More information

The father of Western medicine, Hippocrates (460 BC BC) is known to have used many plants and herbs for medicinal purposes. Hippocrates' use of

The father of Western medicine, Hippocrates (460 BC BC) is known to have used many plants and herbs for medicinal purposes. Hippocrates' use of UNIT 11 INVESTIGATE WESTERN HERBAL PRODUCTS HISTORY OF TRADITIONAL WESTERN HERBAL MEDICINE The father of Western medicine, Hippocrates (460 BC - 377 BC) is known to have used many plants and herbs for

More information

ASC 321 DAIRY CATTLE EVALUATION. (2) Evaluation of dairy cattle for type characteristics. Laboratory, four hours.

ASC 321 DAIRY CATTLE EVALUATION. (2) Evaluation of dairy cattle for type characteristics. Laboratory, four hours. 106 INTRODUCTION TO ANIMAL SCIENCES. (3) Relationships of food production and consumption to income of humans throughout the world; major livestock (beef and dairy cattle, sheep, swine, poultry and horses)

More information

Chapter 11. Major Characteristics of CAM. Research. CAM Healing Methods. Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) CAM Healing Methods (continued)

Chapter 11. Major Characteristics of CAM. Research. CAM Healing Methods. Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) CAM Healing Methods (continued) Chapter 11 Herbal and Alternative Therapies Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) Considered outside mainstream health care Upper Saddle River, New Jersey 07458 All rights reserved. Major Characteristics

More information

Mission, Values and Vision. 1. To promote a long, joyous, healthier life and to provide affordable, compassionate holistic medical care for islanders.

Mission, Values and Vision. 1. To promote a long, joyous, healthier life and to provide affordable, compassionate holistic medical care for islanders. Washington Institute of Natural Sciences School of Acupuncture School of Herbal Medicine Community Clinic Center for Integrative Medicine Bringing a Natural Science College to Friday Harbor, San Juan Island

More information

Committed to prosperity through aroma

Committed to prosperity through aroma Committed to prosperity through aroma COLLEGE OF HORTICULTURE V.C.S.G UTTARAKHAND UNIVERSITY OF HORTICULTURE & FORESTRY BHARSAR, PAURI GARHWAL, UTTARAKHAND 246 123 INDUSTRIAL ATTACHMENT (Horticulture work

More information

EDUCATION Master of Science in Herbal Medicine, Maryland University of Integrative Health (formerly Tai Sophia Institute), Laurel, MD (June 2004)

EDUCATION Master of Science in Herbal Medicine, Maryland University of Integrative Health (formerly Tai Sophia Institute), Laurel, MD (June 2004) Rebecca Johnson Snow, MS, CNS, LDN, RH (AHG) 145 Sanford Avenue, Catonsville, MD 21228, 443.840.7887 (office), 443.478.4700 (fax) info@rebeccasnow.com, @rsnownutrition, www.rebeccasnow.com EDUCATION Master

More information

Recommendations to Spokane Clean Air Agency

Recommendations to Spokane Clean Air Agency CANNABIS FARMERS COUNCIL Recommendations to Spokane Clean Air Agency Crystal Oliver 5/23/2016 Recommendations to the Spokane Clean Air Agency regarding prevention & minimizing of offsite marijuana odors

More information

Food Safety Produce Rules How Preventive Controls work From Farm to Fork

Food Safety Produce Rules How Preventive Controls work From Farm to Fork Food Safety Produce Rules How Preventive Controls work From Farm to Fork 1 9 th Dubai International Food Safety Conference Linda J. Harris, Ph.D. Department of Food Science and Technology, University of

More information

Amending Your Land Use Bylaw To Prepare For The Retail Sale Of Cannabis

Amending Your Land Use Bylaw To Prepare For The Retail Sale Of Cannabis 1 Amending Your Land Use Bylaw To Prepare For The Retail Sale Of Cannabis The Federal Government has proposed that by July 2018 non -medical cannabis will be legalized in Canada. Currently, cannabis possession

More information

Choosing the Right Herbs for You

Choosing the Right Herbs for You Choosing the Right Herbs for You A Presentation by Steve Blake, D.Sc. Doctor of Holistic Health Master Herbalist Registered Herbalist, AHG When Drugs can be the Right Choice Emergency Room Treatments Acute

More information

Essential Oils: A Guide to Natural Healing. The Basics

Essential Oils: A Guide to Natural Healing. The Basics Essential Oils: A Guide to Natural Healing 2 Table of Contents A History of Fragrance What is an Essential Oil? What is the Role of Essential Oils in Plants? Essential Oils: Organic vs. Non-Organic Organic

More information

Short Term Programme Centre for Herbal Standardization Universiti Sains Malaysia

Short Term Programme Centre for Herbal Standardization Universiti Sains Malaysia Short Term Programme Centre for Herbal Standardization Universiti Sains Malaysia Back to the roots through your 1- stop multicultural herbal hub Centre for Herbal Standardization (CHEST) Universiti Sains

More information

Medicinal Plants: The Ultimate Guide To Medical Plants That Heal By Jeff Robson READ ONLINE

Medicinal Plants: The Ultimate Guide To Medical Plants That Heal By Jeff Robson READ ONLINE Medicinal Plants: The Ultimate Guide To Medical Plants That Heal By Jeff Robson READ ONLINE About Philippines and downloads here: http://philippinestravelsite.com/about/ About this weeks episode Information

More information

Knowledge Is Power: Why Study Food Science?

Knowledge Is Power: Why Study Food Science? Knowledge Is Power: Why Study Food Science? TEA Copyright 2 Copyright Texas Education Agency, 2013. These Materials are copyrighted and trademarked ( ) as the property of the Texas Education Agency (TEA)

More information

Department of Food Science, Nutrition and Health Promotion

Department of Food Science, Nutrition and Health Promotion Department of Food Science, Nutrition and Health Promotion Department of Food Science, Nutrition and Health Promotion Department Head: Professor Marion W. Evans, Jr. Office: 07 Herzer Building The Food

More information

Re: Comments on OEHHA s request for information on coumarin

Re: Comments on OEHHA s request for information on coumarin Ms. Michelle Ramirez Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment Proposition 65 Implementation P.O. Box 4010, MS-12B Sacramento, California 95812-4010 Via email: P65Public.Comments@oehha.ca.gov; Michelle.Ramirez@oehha.ca.gov

More information

Bug Buddies. Activities. Before your visit:

Bug Buddies. Activities. Before your visit: Bug Buddies A visit to Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary provides a holistic experience where the curriculum area is presented using real world examples and encounters, creating a meaningful teaching and learning

More information

SUPER SNOUTS CBD150 & CBD300 OIL FOR DOGS & CATS

SUPER SNOUTS CBD150 & CBD300 OIL FOR DOGS & CATS SUPER SNOUTS CBD150 & CBD300 OIL FOR DOGS & CATS Why choose Super Snouts CBD Oils? Super Snouts has an outstanding reputation for creating well researched, effective and affordable health supplements for

More information

NUTRITION AND EXERCISE SCIENCE

NUTRITION AND EXERCISE SCIENCE Nutrition and Exercise Science 1 NUTRITION AND EXERCISE SCIENCE The Department of Nutrition and Exercise Sciences integrates liberal arts and professional education while teaching its students to lead

More information

Quality control of herbal drug

Quality control of herbal drug Quality Assurance Unit Course Specification Assiut University Department of Faculty of Pharmacy Quality control of herbal drug Programme(s) on which the course is given: Bachelor of Pharmaceutical sciences

More information

Sunrise Agriland Development & Research Private Limited

Sunrise Agriland Development & Research Private Limited +91-8048720726 Sunrise Agriland Development & Research Private Limited https://www.indiamart.com/sunriseagrilanddevelopment/ We specialize in manufacturing, exporting, supplying & service provider of organic

More information

Development of a management practicum in a clinical psychology program

Development of a management practicum in a clinical psychology program Digital Commons @ George Fox University Faculty Publications - Grad School of Clinical Psychology Graduate School of Clinical Psychology 12-14-1999 Development of a management practicum in a clinical psychology

More information

Course Specification Applied Pharmacognosy

Course Specification Applied Pharmacognosy Quality Assurance Unit Department of Pharmacognosy Assiut University Faculty of Pharmacy Course Specification Applied Pharmacognosy 1-Basic Information Title: Applied Pharmacognosy Code: Level :2006/2007

More information

James Morgan/WWF-International

James Morgan/WWF-International James Morgan/WWF-International What we eat and how we shop for food creates ripple effects that extend well beyond our families and communities. By being a conscious food consumer, we can take positive

More information

Are You Considering Using CAM?

Are You Considering Using CAM? Are You Considering Using CAM? Decisions about your health care are important including decisions about whether to use complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). The National Center for Complementary

More information

INVESTOR DECK. February 2017

INVESTOR DECK. February 2017 INVESTOR DECK February 2017 DISCLAIMER This document contains certain forward-looking statements and forward-looking information including but not limited to such statements relating to: the Company s

More information

WestminsterResearch

WestminsterResearch WestminsterResearch http://www.wmin.ac.uk/westminsterresearch Naturopathy advances by degrees. Brian Isbell Auromira Parks Jillian Rowley School of Integrated Health This is an author-formatted, electronic

More information

Herbal extraction, using the example of alfalfa and chili pepper

Herbal extraction, using the example of alfalfa and chili pepper Herbal extraction, using the example of alfalfa and chili pepper 1 1. Introduction Herbal medicine, also called botanical medicine or phytomedicine, refers to the use of any plant's seeds, berries, roots,

More information

Tincture: Concentrated liquid made with water, alcohol, and herbs. Vunerary: Herb to promote wound healing. Fields of Study

Tincture: Concentrated liquid made with water, alcohol, and herbs. Vunerary: Herb to promote wound healing. Fields of Study Herbology Fields of Study Medicine; nutrition; naturopathy; biochemistry; botany; pharmacy; physiology. Summary Herbology is the study of plants for use in the prevention and treatment of health conditions

More information